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Episode: Hell Hole

Hell Hole

Published Jan. 13, 2014

Welcome to Alaska

Photograph by Brian Catalina Entertainment

Alaska has some of the steepest and tallest mountains in North America. These mountains are filled with thousands of miles of glacier systems and deep crevasses that are sure to challenge the survivalist teams to their full potential.

Preparing for the Drop

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On this leg, the teams need to traverse the treacherous Hayes Glacier known for its dangerous crevasses. Then they will bushwhack through dense forest on their way to the extraction landing zone at Red Salmon Lake, a total 48 kilometers away.

Fight to Hold Their Spot

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After two losses in a row, the Military team is anxious to secure another win. With little experience of glacier work under their belts, keeping up with the Endurance and Mountaineering teams will be exceedingly difficult for the Military team in this segment of the race.

Shelter from the Cold

Photograph by Brian Catalina Entertainment

With temperatures falling below freezing at night, the teams will have to hunker down and build a shelter to protect them from the frigid temperatures.

Mountaineer at Heart

Photograph by Brian Catalina Entertainment

When the Mountaineer team hits what seems to be a dead end, Tyler, an expert ice climber, tackles the wall with ease. To scale the wall quickly, Tyler uses what's known as the German technique, driving the sharp toe of his crampon deep into the ice to pull his body upward.

Hungry for a Win

Photograph by Brian Catalina Entertainment

Currently trailing the Military team and with only one win on their docket, the Mountaineer team are determined to crush the competition.

Repelling for Victory

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The Military team makes it off of the glacier but their route isn't getting any easier. The team faces its biggest challenge yet, an imposing 600 foot cliff. Although their repelling experience is limited, the Military team knows that knocking out this repel could potentially secure a win for this leg.